Marie Claire USA is a monthly fashion magazine whose publication originated in France during the 1930′s, and has since been published and distributed in different versions in countries all over the world. While the United States version of Marie Claire is geared towards a fashion-conscious readership, this publication is also well-known for its keen attention to subject matters concerning women worldwide. The broad spectrum of topics ranging from love, health, sex and beauty to feature stories on women in the work force, domestic violence, oppression of women overseas, and womans rights is what identifies the magazine's uniqueness. This publication is for the woman who wants to learn and better herself from the inside out, as the theme for Marie Claire is "More than a Pretty Face."